Pataks

Madras Paste Pots

Barcode 5011308900942

Scanned 21 times by Nomi users

No — Madras Paste Pots is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of water, spices, rapeseed oil, salt, maize flour, and basic food acids (acetic and citric acid). These are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial sugar syrups. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

ground spices (23%) (coriander, paprika turmeric, cumin (2%), spices, fenugreek, black pepper, chilli, fennel)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

acids (acetic acid, citric acid)
OK

tamarind yellow mustard powder
OK

dried crushed red chi garlic powder
OK

black mustard seeds

Dried seeds of Brassica nigra used as a spice; a single-ingredient, minimally processed food.

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Common questions about Madras Paste Pots

Is Madras Paste Pots ultra-processed?

No — Madras Paste Pots by Pataks is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of water, spices, rapeseed oil, salt, maize flour, and basic food acids (acetic and citric acid). These are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial sugar syrups. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.